Step 1: Apply to Thomas Nelson
Applying to the College is free. Before you apply, please review our How to Apply page.
The completed application will indicate your domicile status, Student ID number, and MyTNCC username and temporary password. Make sure to keep this information handy.
College Application
Setup your Accounts
- Set up your MyTNCC account using your MyTNCC username and temporary password. MyTNCC provides access to important student information and your College email account.
- You will also have access to our onboarding tool, Navigate, 24 hours after you apply online. Login to Navigate using the credentials generated on the last page of the application. You may download the Navigate app from The Apple Store or the Google Play Store.
Sign in to MyTNCC
Complete the Admissions Process
Admissions will contact you if you have any outstanding items, documents, etc. and will share instructions on the next steps you need to take in order to enroll.
If you need additional help you may also make an appointment to meet with staff in the Admissions office. Learn how here: Admissions Appointment
At Thomas Nelson, we use multiple measures and informed self-placement to determine student readiness for college-level English and math courses.
To select the appropriate classes, please complete this survey:
Thomas Nelson Enrollment Survey
More information is available on our College Readiness page.
Step 2: Assess Your Academic Advising Needs
Not all students need to meet with an academic advisor. For more information on your next steps, please determine which description best fits you:
Are you taking classes for personal enrichment or to transfer back to another institution?
You do not need to see an advisor and may register for classes by accessing Navigate. For assistance on how to register using navigate, click here. If you are unable to self-register, please fill out this enrollment form with your requested classes and send any unofficial transcripts to registration@tncc.edu. If you have not met course prerequisites, you will be unable to enroll in that course. To review course prerequisites, please check the College Catalog.
Are you taking classes for personal enrichment or to transfer back to another institution?
You do not need to see an advisor and may register for classes by accessing Navigate. For assistance on how to register using navigate, click here. If you are unable to self-register, please fill out this enrollment form with your requested classes and send any unofficial transcripts to registration@tncc.edu. If you have not met course prerequisites, you will be unable to enroll in that course. To review course prerequisites, please check the College Catalog.
Step 5: Register for classes through Navigate
Navigate is an online platform specifically created for you: a community college student. Learn more about Navigate
Sign in to MyTNCC to register in Navigate
Step 6: Register for New Student Orientation
New Student Orientation is a program for all students with no prior college or university enrollment, including Early College high school students. As a new student, you are required to attend a New Student Orientation session. Register for New Student Orientation.
Step 7: Order Textbooks online
Thomas Nelson bookstores are your one-stop shop for all the materials you need to succeed.
» Bookstore
Step 8: Pay Tuition
Pay for all tuition and fees on time to ensure you aren't dropped from classes. Tuition is due on Friday, December 4 for Spring 2020, Friday, April 30 for Summer 2021.
» Tuition and Fees
